Company Description

AWP Safety is North America’s leading traffic control specialist. Our team of 7,500+ professionals help secure 2,000 work zones every day – ensuring customer crews, drivers, and our teams get home safely. We protect those who operate, maintain, and upgrade infrastructure in the energy, broadband, and transportation sectors and provide traffic control for major events like the Super Bowl and Boston Marathon.

Since our founding in 1981, we have served customers through the talent of extraordinary team members committed to customer focus, growth, valuing each other, safety and quality, and a sense of urgency.

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Area Manager will provide leadership and implementation of core values and our overall mission of protecting our customers’ people, business, and time. This position will be responsible for the safety, management, and ongoing growth of the company, by leading safety initiatives to protect employees, customers, and assets. Managing, supervising, and supporting the growth and development of the team is a key component of this role. The management team at AWP is instrumental in achieving success and verifying customer needs are being met at the highest level of satisfaction through safety, P&L management, team building, recruitment strategies, and promoting ongoing relationships with both internal and external clients.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic planning and implementation of strategies to create and maintain safe work practicesProtect the company’s employees, customers, and assets against losses, injuries, and accidents through the enforcement of safe work practicesEnsure safety compliance by Company, Local, State, and Federal regulations as it relates to the SitePrevent accidents and other safety exposures by investigating, identifying causes, and developing preventative measures and practicesMaintain traffic control, safety, and supervisor credentialsFacilitate safety and committee meetingsResponsible for overseeing P&L, Fleet, Safety, Equipment Inventory, and Customer InteractionsAbility to understand and adhere to a collective bargaining agreement (if applicable)Solidify AWP’s presence in the service area and identify potential opportunities for growthEnsure customer service issues are addressed promptly and efficiently while providing the highest level of customer service.Responsible for tracking and auditing the usage of assets, employees, and time for projectsUtilize Site and organization data for workforce forecasting to predict staffing needsParticipate in the recruiting and hiring strategies in conjunction with Human ResourcesDevelop and support the growth of 3-5 direct supervisorsManage a staff of 75-150 field employees - territories could cover several hundred square miles, often a large portion of the whole state (some overnight travel likely)Engage and invest in the training of new and current employees to reduce turnover, promote efficiency, and reduce labor costsFoster team building through leadership practices and regular communication strategiesBecome a subject matter expert in work zone setup/design and professional flaggingConduct Site new hire orientation and ongoing trainingManage daily employee issues including payroll, timekeeping, benefits, time off requests, scheduling, and customer issues

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS

Associate's or bachelor’s degree preferred5-10 years of management experience requiredStrong leadership with excellent communication and coaching skillsExcellent motivation and organizational skillsIntermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office products and customer relationship management systemsExperience managing P&LProcess Improvement – Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma preferredExperience in Business Development – top & bottom lineSignificant experience developing high-performing teamsThe proactive approach to brand developmentBuilding strong customer relationshipsAbility to develop and execute business plansMust adhere to and promote safe workplace practicesValid drivers’ license and ability to meet AWP Safety driver standards.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The employee must be able to successfully handle the physical demands of this position, which include but are not limited to the following:

Employees must be able to successfully handle the physical demands of this position, which include the following:Expect a 40+ hour work week, occasional weekends, and holidaysHours of operation may vary based on staffing needs and workloadTime will be split between field and office environmentsThe position may work in outside conditions that include inclement weather, not limited to heat, cold, humidity, and exposure to dust and asphaltOccasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving vehicles, and occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sitesThe noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loudPosition may lift or carry objects up to 50 poundsIf necessary, in the field, stand for long periods and performs strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions; employee lifts pushes, pulls, or carries objects

Additional Information

WHAT YOU WILL LOVE/PERKS

90-110k DOECareer GrowthPaid Time Off and Paid HolidaysBenefits eligible the 1st of the month following hireAll traditional benefits are offered, including 3 medical plan options and 2 dental plan options, as well as additional benefits such as legal and identity protection, accident, critical illness, and othersCompany paid $50,000 in basic life insuranceCompany paid long term disability (LTD)Health Savings and Flex Spending Accounts Available401(k) with company matchAWP named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces 2023 for Diversity

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

AWP Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.